The Walt Disney World Resort is an American entertainment resort complex located about 20 miles southwest of Orlando, Florida. Opened on October 1, 1971, the resort is operated by Disney Experiences, a division of the Walt Disney Company. The property covers nearly 25,000 acres, of which half has been developed. Walt Disney World contains numero…
The Walt Disney World Resort is an American entertainment resort complex located about 20 miles southwest of Orlando, Florida. Opened on October 1, 1971, the resort is operated by Disney Experiences, a division of the Walt Disney Company. The property covers nearly 25,000 acres, of which half has been developed. Walt Disney World contains numerous recreational facilities designed to attract visitors for an extended stay, including four theme parks, two water parks, four golf courses, conference centers, a competitive sports complex and a shopping, dining and entertainment complex. Additionally, there are 19 Disney-owned resort hotels and one camping resort on the property, and many other non-Disney-operated resorts on and near the property.
Industry: Entertainment, hospitality
Founded: October 1, 1971
Founders: Walt Disney · Roy O. Disney
Headquarters: 1375 East Buena Vista Drive · Lake Buena Vista, Florida · U.S.
Key people: Jeff Vahle (President) · Jason Kirk (SVP, Theme Parks) · Maribeth Bisienere (SVP, Resorts)
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